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Nerve Compression Syndrome When Numbness Turns Into Weakness
Nerve Compression Syndrome When Numbness Turns Into Weakness

Nerve compression syndrome does not always cause constant symptoms at first. Numbness in the hands or feet may disappear after changing position, only to return during the same movement or activity. If pressure on the nerve continues, the numbness may last longer and be followed by burning pain, reduced strength, or difficulty controlling the hand […]
Brachial Plexus Injury When Nerve Damage Limits Arm Function
Brachial Plexus Injury When Nerve Damage Limits Arm Function

Arm weakness that persists after an accident, fall, or neck or shoulder injury may indicate nerve damage rather than a problem with the muscles or joints alone. A brachial plexus injury can cause numbness, pain, and difficulty moving the arm because these nerves carry signals between the spinal cord and the shoulder, arm, and hand. […]
DBS for Parkinson’s Disease: Benefits, Risks, Success Rate and Who Is a Candidate
DBS for Parkinson’s Disease: Benefits, Risks, Success Rate and Who Is a Candidate

Parkinson’s disease is not just about tremors, it can also affect balance and reduce confidence in social life. DBS Parkinson’s disease treatment is an option for patients whose medications no longer work as well or who struggle to control their symptoms. What is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s Disease? DBS Parkinson’s disease uses a […]
DBS Surgery: What Is Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery and Who Is It For?
DBS Surgery: What Is Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery and Who Is It For?

What is DBS Surgery (Deep Brain Stimulation) When tremors, muscle stiffness, and movement difficulties begin to interfere with daily life, DBS surgery may offer a new treatment option. This advanced procedure can help relieve symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease, Essential Tremor and other neurological conditions by targeting specific areas of the brain. What is DBS […]
The Spine Isn’t Always the Source of Your Pain, It May Be the Nerves

Persistent arm and shoulder pain doesn’t always trace back to the cervical spine and misidentifying the source can mean years of ineffective treatment. Neck and arm pain is one of the most common reasons patients visit a spine specialist. In many cases, the cause is a pinched nerve in the cervical spine, which is a […]